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The Cigna Group · 3 days ago

IT Principal - AI SDLC

positionSt Louis, MO
timeFull-time
remoteHybrid
seniorityLead/Staff
money$149K/yr - $248K/yr
date10+ years exp

The Cigna Group is dedicated to improving the health and vitality of those they serve, and they are seeking a Principal Technologist for AI Delivery & Enablement. This role involves architecting and operationalizing the enterprise AI Software Development Lifecycle and collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate AI into development practices.

CommercialHealth CareHospitalInsuranceMedical

Responsibilities

Lead the design, evolution, and execution of the organization’s AI SDLC roadmap
Partner with cross‑functional teams—including engineering, infrastructure, DevOps, security, legal, and product—to seamlessly integrate AI into agile development practices
Assess, recommend, and implement tools, frameworks, and process optimizations to support scalable AI delivery
Define, track, and optimize performance and utilization metrics to measure value and efficiency
Evangelize AI capabilities across the technology organization and promote enterprise-wide awareness and adoption
Act as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to key technical and business stakeholders
Mentor, coach, and support junior team members to build organizational capability
Foster a culture of innovation, experimentation, agility, and continuous learning
Serve as a thought leader for AI engineering and delivery best practices
Collaborate closely with other teams within the AI Center of Excellence to ensure alignment and cohesive execution across the AI lifecycle

Qualification

AI SDLCDevOpsCI/CDDistributed systemsGenAIPolicy-driven governanceTechnical leadershipAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsCollaboration skillsEmotional intelligenceProblem-solving skills

Required

10+ years of software engineering experience
Deep passion for GenAI and its application within the SDLC
Robust technical expertise across DevOps, CI/CD, and automated software delivery
Demonstrated success leading large-scale technology solution delivery in complex enterprise environments
Proven leadership in building and scaling distributed systems
Experience with policy-driven governance, compliance, auditability, and risk mitigation
Exceptional communication, collaboration, and influencing skills across technical and non-technical audiences
Strategic, action-oriented mindset with a commitment to innovation and enablement
High emotional intelligence with the ability to navigate complex stakeholder dynamics
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to balance strategic vision and tactical execution

Benefits

Medical
Vision
Dental
Well-being and behavioral health programs
401(k)
Company paid life insurance
Tuition reimbursement
A minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year
Paid holidays

Company

The Cigna Group

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The Cigna Group is a healthcare firm that focuses on providing hospital services and innovative solutions for better health.
dateFounded in 1981
location
Bloomfield, Connecticut, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
https://www.cigna.com/

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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David Cordani
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
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Michele Berg
CEO Communications
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